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What is the price per square meter of dry construction in May 2025? - La Nacion Propiedades
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www.lanacion.com.ar
May 10, 2025
Faced with the rising cost of construction, alternatives to the traditional method of building a house are emerging that should be explored and considered.
By Maria Josefina Lanzi
Dry constructions have the advantage of reducing execution times and also labor
Property prices continue to rise, and many are wondering about the prices of different types of construction, whether to consider buying a finished property or starting a new one. At a time when construction costs remain high (accumulated by a 98% increase since October 2023, according to Zonaprop ), the question arises as to the best way to own a property at an affordable price.
In this scenario, dry construction reappears on the scene. But it's worth asking, what does this construction system consist of? It's a technique that avoids the use of water and certain materials during construction; in other words, it eliminates the need for wet mixes to secure the building's components. In these cases, the materials are glued, nailed, or fitted to a structure without having to wait for drying time. This accelerates the process and reduces construction times.
Dry construction is a technique that avoids using water when building.Icon +
In addition, according to Federico Azzollini, managing partner of Icon+, they have other advantages, including the following:
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And the answer is yes. “Dry construction is between 12% and 15% more economical than traditional construction. And you have to take into account all the advantages it offers,” explains Azzollini.
Houses built using dry mortar are built faster than those using traditional construction systems.Icon +
Thus, if building a square meter of good quality costs around US$1,400 + VAT for traditional construction - according to sources consulted by LA NACION -, taking into account that dry construction costs between 12% and 15% less, a square meter using this system would cost around US$1,200.
Azzollini points out that, since this system requires less labor than traditional construction, costs are lower. That is, given that labor with this system accounts for between 30% and 40% of costs and materials the remaining 60%, in a context where "material costs should begin to fall with the opening of imports and where labor is projected to increase from now on, this system becomes more attractive," explains Azzollini. On the other hand, in traditional construction, costs are 50% and 50%.
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¿Cuál es el precio por metro cuadrado de una construcción en seco en mayo 2025?
Frente al aumento del costo de construcción, surgen alternativas al método tradicional para construir una casa que deben explorarse y considerarse
www.lanacion.com.ar
May 10, 2025
Faced with the rising cost of construction, alternatives to the traditional method of building a house are emerging that should be explored and considered.
By Maria Josefina Lanzi
Dry constructions have the advantage of reducing execution times and also labor
Property prices continue to rise, and many are wondering about the prices of different types of construction, whether to consider buying a finished property or starting a new one. At a time when construction costs remain high (accumulated by a 98% increase since October 2023, according to Zonaprop ), the question arises as to the best way to own a property at an affordable price.
In this scenario, dry construction reappears on the scene. But it's worth asking, what does this construction system consist of? It's a technique that avoids the use of water and certain materials during construction; in other words, it eliminates the need for wet mixes to secure the building's components. In these cases, the materials are glued, nailed, or fitted to a structure without having to wait for drying time. This accelerates the process and reduces construction times.
Dry construction is a technique that avoids using water when building.Icon +
In addition, according to Federico Azzollini, managing partner of Icon+, they have other advantages, including the following:
- They're faster to complete: depending on the project, they typically take at least 25 to 40% less time than traditional construction . Since they don't use wet materials, there's no need to wait for them to dry.
- It's sustainable : Because they're built more quickly, they have a lower environmental impact. Plus, they can be made with almost all recyclable materials and are custom-made, which prevents waste.
- Cost predictability : Because construction is faster, inflation has a lesser impact. This makes it less risky for the investor who provides the money.
- Better use of space: The thickness of the envelope of a dry-build construction is thinner than that of a traditional one, although the structural strength, thermal, acoustic, and fire insulation are the same. This means that, with the same buildable area, you have more usable square meters and larger rooms, because the wall thickness is thinner (in a dry-build construction, it's 14/15 cm, while in traditional construction, it's between 35 and 45 cm).
- Longer lasting : These are constructions that, if done well technically, can last a long time.
- Less humidity: A problem that often complicates traditional construction is moisture in the foundation, which then rises to other areas of the house. With this system, the buildup of moisture in these areas is prevented, thus reducing humidity inside the home.
Cost per square meter of dry construction
Now, it's worth asking what the costs are of using this type of construction to build properties and whether they are cheaper than what is commonly called "traditional construction" (brick and mortar masonry or the use of concrete).The New York loft where Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain's widow lived is for sale.
And the answer is yes. “Dry construction is between 12% and 15% more economical than traditional construction. And you have to take into account all the advantages it offers,” explains Azzollini.
Houses built using dry mortar are built faster than those using traditional construction systems.Icon +
Thus, if building a square meter of good quality costs around US$1,400 + VAT for traditional construction - according to sources consulted by LA NACION -, taking into account that dry construction costs between 12% and 15% less, a square meter using this system would cost around US$1,200.
Azzollini points out that, since this system requires less labor than traditional construction, costs are lower. That is, given that labor with this system accounts for between 30% and 40% of costs and materials the remaining 60%, in a context where "material costs should begin to fall with the opening of imports and where labor is projected to increase from now on, this system becomes more attractive," explains Azzollini. On the other hand, in traditional construction, costs are 50% and 50%.
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